Tamba, the Tame Tiger: His Many Adventures

Name: Tamba, the Tame Tiger: His Many Adventures
Author: Richard Barnum

By Richard Barnum

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A tame tiger raised in a traveling circus feels homesick for a distant jungle and navigates life among performing animals and handlers. Short, episodic chapters portray his mood swings, quarrels and reconciliations with fellow creatures, playful tricks and practical jokes, and comic mishaps such as cage wrecks and runaway moments. He leaves the tent for adventures in barns, city streets, subways and docks, embarks on a ship, and ultimately encounters jungle scenes, meeting new animal friends along the way. The stories blend light adventure with gentle lessons about kindness, belonging and the pull of home for young readers.

About the Author

Richard Barnum

Richard Barnum was an American author known for his engaging children's stories featuring anthropomorphic animals. His works often revolve around the adventures of various animal characters, each with unique personalities and traits. Among his notable titles are "Blackie, a Lost Cat: Her Many Adventures" and "Chunky, the Happy Hippo: His Many Adventures," which showcase his ability to blend humor and moral lessons in a captivating narrative style. Barnum's stories have delighted young readers and contributed to the landscape of early 20th-century children's literature, emphasizing themes of friendship, bravery, and the importance of kindness.